Summer Camp Organizations

Youth basketball camps at multiple locations featuring expert instruction, skill development, guest appearances from current and former Pistons players, dunk shows, and awards ceremonies for ages 8-14.

Five-week summer program for urban high school students interested in biology. Provides state-of-the-art laboratory training for current research projects with stipends and bus passes. Must have completed one year of high school biology.

Nature-themed summer camps for ages 7-11 focusing on bringing nature into the kitchen and craft room. Campers create crafts using natural materials like leaves and flowers from the garden environment.

Outstanding art-focused summer camps for ages 6-17 in Shadyside taught by experienced teachers. Programs cover visual and media arts including ceramics, printmaking, metalsmithing, photography, and digital media. Extended care available.

Musical theater summer camps for ages 3-18 at downtown and South Park locations. Students work with professional directors, music directors, and choreographers to create their own musical theater experience with a final performance. Aftercare available.

Choral singing camps for girls in grades K-12 in a learning environment welcoming all regardless of socioeconomic status. Programs develop vocal skills, music literacy, and ensemble performance through the joy of singing.

Four-week day camp for ages 4-18 offering training in acting, voice, dance, and technical theater. Students rehearse and perform a fully produced show. Teen tracks include performance, dance emphasis, and technical theater/design.

Summer programs for rising 6th-9th graders at the Bitz Opera Factory featuring musical theater, opera, and art song. Campers learn costume design, improvisation, voice, movement, special effects, and perform in a showcase.

Age-specific nature camps for ages 4-14 at the Frick Environmental Center in Frick Park. Programs include Kinder Camp, habitat exploration, nature journaling, outdoor expedition, and wilderness survival skills. Camperships available.

Non-contact football camps for boys and girls ages 6-14 at multiple Western PA locations. Two-day camps feature position drills, team drills, NFL Flag Football games, and appearances by current and former Steelers players.

Week-long camps packed with animal encounters, exclusive tours, themed classroom lessons, and crafts for various age groups. Themes include Extreme Animals, Wild Destinations, and Conservation Connections. Extended aftercare available.

Specialized zoo camp program designed for children with special needs featuring adapted animal encounters, sensory-friendly activities, and guided experiences with trained staff and additional support.

Camp programming extending into September with various activities and enrichment.